Nursing Practice Science
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Dean / Professor /PhD (Health Science) SUZUI Emiko
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- Subjects in charge
- Advanced Topics in International Global Nursing / Advanced Topics in Midwifery / Perinatal Health Crisis Management Care / Nursing Research Seminar / Special Research in Nursing
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- Research Guidance Content
- Provides research guidance on the improvement of nursing skills and care and the development of nursing education programs for nurses both in Japan and overseas. Also provides research guidance on the development of education programs to prevent violence against women and children.
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- Main Research Topics
- The reality of violence against women and children and its impact, the upbringing and behavioral characteristics of female prisoners, the introduction of ultrasound diagnosis and the physical sensations of pregnant women, support for developing countries and the role of nursing, etc.
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- About social contribution
- She is a director of the Japan Forensic Global Nursing, a member of the Osaka City Gender Equality Council, and a part-time midwife at a women's correctional facility.
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- Nursing activities
- I worked as a midwife in hospitals and clinics for 15 years (including 14 years as head nurse), and then, while enrolled in a nursing university, I worked as a JICA maternal and child health specialist, engaging in recurrent education for midwives in Ghana and Nigeria. I also worked as a part-time midwife in a women's correctional facility.
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- Nursing professionals have diverse and varied career opportunities. Beyond hospitals and clinics, they may work overseas, or as quarantine officers, prison guards, nursing technicians, or even in government policymaking. We encourage you to enroll in this graduate program and take this opportunity to discover a career path that suits you.
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Executive Assistant of the Chairperson, Professor, Doctor of Medicine Kazutomo Ohashi
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- Subjects in charge
- Special lecture on health data analysis / Special lecture on international health activities / Midwifery diagnostic techniques I (delivery assistance) / Nursing research seminar / Special nursing research
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- Research Guidance Content
- Provides research guidance on the development of appropriate technologies and human resource development programs for health care support in global society both domestically and internationally.
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- Main Research Topics
- International maternal and child health, reproductive science, obstetrics and gynecology. I am currently working with students from Japan International Nurses on medical care provision and health management for foreign residents and visitors to Japan, as well as medical professionals who work with foreigners.
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- About social contribution
- He is involved in many JICA projects, focusing on maternal and child health improvement activities in Asian and African countries, particularly Mongolia, and also trains infertility counselors.
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- Medical professional activities
- She has worked as an obstetrician-gynecologist for over 40 years and has been involved in graduate education in nursing for over 20 years, and also works with doctors and nurses in developing countries.
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- In graduate school education, we teach students according to their desired research topic. If you acquire a sense of what is "interesting," research becomes more and more enjoyable. Let's study the basics of research!
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Professor /PhD (Global Nursing) Yuri Kasamatsu
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- Subjects in charge
- Nursing Management Special Course/Nursing Research Seminar/Nursing Special Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- Provides research guidance on nursing management education, nurse education and program development, as well as nursing careers.
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- Main Research Topics
- She is currently researching nursing management and nursing education, including career development for nurses, and is currently working on developing effective programs to promote the development and growth of nurses' skills.
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- About social contribution
- Taking advantage of her clinical nursing management experience, she is in charge of nursing manager training and nurse training at hospital facilities. She excels at training on leadership and communication.
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- Nursing activities
- After obtaining her nursing license, she worked at a university hospital for about 30 years and became a nursing instructor. During clinical practice, she enjoyed talking about the appeal of nursing and nursing management.
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- "Nurses are reflective practitioners." Let's reflect on our experiences together and have discussions that will help us grow as nurses.
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Professor /PhD (Global Nursing) Satoko Kimura
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- Subjects in charge
- Special Lectures on Community Home Nursing/Nursing Research Seminar/Special Research on Nursing
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- Research Guidance Content
- He is engaged in research on elderly care and the construction of local care systems, and also provides research guidance on people's lives in local and community settings, and on multi-professional collaboration.
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- Main Research Topics
- Her research theme is promoting nursing care that enables elderly people to continue living in the communities they are familiar with, and she uses a narrative approach and action research to address this issue.
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- About social contribution
- She provides research guidance and lectures at hospitals and facilities. In the future, she aims to convey the essence of nursing to the local community. In her private life, she also participates in local government activities.
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- Nursing activities
- I work as a nurse in a general hospital and a home nursing station.
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- Through this research, you will have the opportunity to face the question "What is nursing?" and reflect on your own experiences. We want you to experience the process of talking about nursing and learning together.
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Professor /Ph.D. (Medical Science) Jun Shimizu
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- Subjects in charge
- Special lecture on mental health/Nursing research seminar/Special nursing research
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- Research Guidance Content
- Provides research guidance on the assessment of a person's mental state through research into acute psychiatric emergency nursing and mathematical analysis of language.
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- Main Research Topics
- By mathematically analyzing the spoken and written language of people with mental illnesses, mentally disabled people, and healthy people, we can clarify their respective characteristics and use them as auxiliary indicators for diagnosis.
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- About social contribution
- He gives lectures to high school and university students and runs academic conferences.
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- Nursing activities
- Has 17 years of experience working in a psychiatric hospital (mainly in emergency and acute care wards).
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- Let's use research to discover new ways to visually grasp mental illnesses that are difficult to visualize. Let's conduct research to utilize this in nursing.
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Professor, Doctor of Medicine Takuji Tomimatsu
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- Subjects in charge
- Special Lectures on Preconception Care/Special Lectures on Perinatal Studies/Nursing Research Seminar/Special Nursing Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- We provide research guidance on the possibilities and limitations of perinatal studies, as well as issues related to new preconception education.
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- Main Research Topics
- He conducts extensive research into the mechanisms, prevention, and treatment of neonatal brain disorders, such as cerebral palsy.
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- About social contribution
- He is a visiting Professor at the Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, a member of the obstetrics medical compensation system cause analysis committee, a member of the 2023 edition of the Obstetric Clinical Guidelines committee, a director of the Osaka Society for Maternal Health, an advanced midwife training Lecturer at the Osaka Nursing Association, and a supervisor of the national midwifery examination preparation book.
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- Medical professional activities
- I have been involved in clinical practice, education, and research as an obstetrician-gynecologist, and in the clinical field I have worked with many nurses to solve various problems faced by patients.
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- There is a demand for nurses who have the ability to view medical care from a broad perspective. We will fully support your further growth.
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Professor /Ph.D. (Health Science) Naoko Nishimura
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- Subjects in charge
- Special Lectures on International Nursing Research / Special Lectures on Child and Adolescent Health Support / Newborn and Infant Care / Nursing Research Seminar / Special Nursing Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- He provides research guidance on how to support children and their families living in a variety of settings, including medical facilities and the local community, to maintain their "individuality" regardless of whether they have health problems or not.
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- Main Research Topics
- Her research themes are caregiver-child interactions in infancy and early childhood, and children's body image and self-concept, with a particular focus on short stature and rare disorders such as achondroplasia.
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- About social contribution
- He is the director of the Otemae branch of JBI, a global research institute that promotes evidence-based healthcare practice, and an external advisor to the Pediatric Specialty Visiting Nurse Station.
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- Nursing activities
- He has worked in the Cardiovascular Surgery Department and the NICU in Japan and Australia.
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- Nursing research is a fun and rewarding process. The small stone you cast can change society for the better. Isn't that a wonderful thing?
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Professor /PhD (Global Nursing) Hiromi Fujii
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- Subjects in charge
- Special course in Global Nursing research methods/Special course in gender studies/Special course in sexuality nursing/Midwifery management/Nursing research seminar/Special nursing research
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- Research Guidance Content
- We provide guidance on research (midwifery research, nursing for sexual dysfunction, nursing and gender research) that quantitatively and qualitatively explores the state of and care for diverse human sexuality, including age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, religion, creed, socio-economic status, lifestyle, and health level.
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- Main Research Topics
- Research on gender, sexuality and sexual diversity. Sexual health education, family formation support. Research on nursing/midwifery education methods and the skills of practicing midwives.
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- About social contribution
- He serves as an auditor for the Hyogo Prefecture Midwives Association and as the representative director of the National Federation for the Establishment of Laws for People Who Are Facing Difficulties Due to Their Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, etc.
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- Nursing activities
- After working as a social welfare officer and social worker, she became a midwife and ran a local practice (Fujii Midwifery Clinic) in Otemae for five years.
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- International Global Nursing research is a small step towards solving global issues. It is not only beneficial for research skills but also leads to the development of personality.
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Professor /Ph.D. (Health Science) Yuri Wada
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- Subjects in charge
- Chronic/Geriatric Nursing Special Lecture/Nursing Research Seminar/Nursing Special Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- She is conducting research into support for transplant coordinators' decision-making regarding organ donation from living organ donors, and also provides research guidance on the state of nursing education regarding bioethics related to organ transplantation.
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- Main Research Topics
- A study on decision support for living organ transplant donors.
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- About social contribution
- Provides support for classes and research on international Global Nursing at Global Nursing.
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- Nursing activities
- She worked as a nurse at a hospital for 10 years, and then became involved in nursing education, honing her skills with many Global Nursing.
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- Nursing offers a wealth of experience and learning opportunities. It will undoubtedly have a wonderful impact on your personal growth. This graduate school will also provide you with a global perspective and a wealth of experience through nursing. Why not grow together with us?
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Associate Professor /Master's degree (Medical Science) Keiko Kumagai
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- Subjects in charge
- Nursing Research Seminar
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- Research Guidance Content
- My research focuses on supporting the acquisition of nursing skills in basic nursing education, ensuring safe nursing practice, examining evaluation methods for skills education, and developing effective student guidance strategies during clinical training.
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- Main Research Topics
- Research on infectious disease epidemiology, the effectiveness of teaching methods and exercises in basic nursing education, and research on collaboration with clinical practice instructors and strengthening their teaching skills.
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- About social contribution
- Part-time Lecturer Global Nursing, nursing activities at the "Community Health Center" organized by the Nursing Association, etc.
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- Nursing activities
- After working as a nurse at a university hospital, she became a school nurse and then a teacher, engaging in basic nursing education.
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- Why not explore the questions that arise in your daily nursing practice and education, instead of overlooking them? This will contribute to the future of nursing and will surely lead to your own personal growth.
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Associate Professor /PhD (Health Science) Satoshi Takaya
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- Subjects in charge
- Advanced Topics in Child and Adolescent Health Support / Advanced Topics in Digital Healthcare / Global Community Practice
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- Research Guidance Content
- I provide research guidance on family Global Nursing studies and systematic reviews targeting families of children with chronic illnesses or developmental disabilities, as well as research on the development and evaluation of simulation-based educational programs using ICT.
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- Main Research Topics
- Concordance with families of children with chronic illnesses, family support for children with autism, and nursing simulation education utilizing VR and AI.
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- About social contribution
- I serve as an external consultant for a home nursing station specializing in pediatrics, and as an advisor for the establishment, planning, and design of the international business division.
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- Nursing activities
- A pediatric nurse. In addition to working as a university faculty member engaged in nursing education and research, she is also active in a wide range of fields, including being a researcher at Institute of Global Nursing, Chief a distance learning Global Nursing program, Lecturer at a nursing education institution, and writing books on nursing and childcare.
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- Regardless of whether they have health problems or not, what does it mean to understand and "support" a diverse group of people, primarily children and their families? What can we do as nursing educators to achieve this? Why not explore family Global Nursing together?
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Associate Professor /PhD (Health Science) Haruna Tanaka
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- Subjects in charge
- Chronic/Geriatric Nursing Special Course
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- Research Guidance Content
- We provide research guidance that leads to practical application and problem identification using qualitative research methods regarding the living conditions of the elderly and elderly care in local communities, facilities, and hospitals.
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- Main Research Topics
- My research focuses on the realities of family caregivers, the development of support systems, and supporting the individuality of the elderly.
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- About social contribution
- As a member of the International Exchange Committee of the Japanese Global Nursing I play a role in promoting geriatric nursing from diverse perspectives both domestically and internationally.
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- Nursing activities
- She worked in surgical and internal medicine wards and dialysis units at Osaka Red Cross Hospital and the Japanese Red Cross Wakayama Medical Center. Afterwards, she worked in local day care services and nighttime home nursing before becoming a faculty member in the field of geriatric Global Nursing.
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- Japan has the highest aging rate in the world and is attracting attention as a country with a long-term care insurance system. Why not join us in learning about the challenges facing the elderly, which will be experienced by countries around the world in the future, through research?
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Associate Professor /PhD (Global Nursing) Tomiko Toda
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- Subjects in charge
- Special Lectures on International Global Nursing /Special Lectures on International Nursing Research/Nursing Research Seminar/Special Nursing Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- This course aims to grasp the actual situation of health issues and health disparities faced by immigrants and people of foreign nationality both in Japan and overseas, to explore the impact of differences in culture, language and religion on people's health, and to provide research guidance on solving these issues.
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- Main Research Topics
- Approaches to health, health support, and medical care for foreigners, international students, people with foreign roots, and people with diverse cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds.
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- About social contribution
- Served as a secretariat member of domestic and international nursing academic societies, editorial committee member for the Japan WHO Association journal, and Lecturer at academic societies.
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- Nursing activities
- After working at a general hospital and professional organizations, she became involved in education and research at a nursing university.
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- Why not follow in the footsteps of your predecessors and embark on a journey of intellectual exploration? With a little courage, take a step forward into a new career and world with your peers at our university.
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Associate Professor, PhD (Academic) Naomi Maehara
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- Subjects in charge
- Nursing Research Seminar/Nursing Special Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- Nursing is an evidence-based "exchange of life." We cultivate the ability to practice high-quality nursing that supports people through the diverse stages of their lives at the end of life. We look forward to learning together.
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- Main Research Topics
- With Quality of Dying (QOD) as its core principle, we aim to improve the quality of nursing care and are working on the practical development of VR education to enhance end-of-life care and palliative care.
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- About social contribution
- In addition to being involved in the education of new nurses, she engages in a variety of activities, including teaching life lessons at elementary schools and organizing death cafes in the community.
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- Nursing activities
- After gaining experience in acute care nursing at Osaka City University Hospital, she engaged in a wide range of nursing practices, including in long-term care wards, elderly care facilities, and home nursing.
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- Nursing is a profession that allows you to be there for people from before their lives begin until after they end. This deep connection will also contribute to your own personal growth and strength.
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Associate Professor /PhD (Health Science) Hiroshi Murakami
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- Subjects in charge
- Special lecture on nursing technology/Nursing research seminar/Special nursing research
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- Research Guidance Content
- We provide research guidance on the evaluation and development of technical education in basic nursing education so that the techniques that support nursing practice will enhance and maintain and improve the independence, safety, and comfort of patients and be efficient, as well as the utilization and development of engineering equipment and technology that supports nursing activities.
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- Main Research Topics
- The utilization and development of engineering equipment and technology that supports nursing activities, the evaluation and development of technical education in basic nursing education, and the quality and evaluation of nursing practice.
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- About social contribution
- Nursing research and in-service education support at hospitals, health lectures in local communities, etc.
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- Nursing activities
- Worked as a nurse at a general hospital. Completed Global Nursing and master's degree in nursing in the United States. After that, worked as a nursing manager at a general hospital. Completed a doctoral program and became a nursing instructor.
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- My motto is "Theory without practice is empty and practice without theory is blind." I hope that what I learn here will be an opportunity to find new perspectives and meaning in nursing practice.
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Public Health Nursing Practice Science
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Professor, Doctor of Medicine Fumie Shirai
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- Subjects in charge
- Advanced Topics Global Nursing Research Methods / Advanced Topics in Public Health Global Nursing / Community Networking Theory / Community Care System Theory / Public Health Global Nursing Review / Public Health Nursing Practice / Global Community Practice / Nursing Research Seminar / Special Nursing Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- Provides research guidance on building evidence for health activities in response to domestic and international health crises (infectious diseases, abuse, domestic violence, suicide, disasters, etc.).
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- Main Research Topics
- Infection care, infection prevention at home. Conducting experimental research on the relationship between lifestyle habits and natural immunity. Also researching pneumonia prevention for home care patients, who are highly individualized.
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- About social contribution
- He conducted research on the issue of providing hygienic drinking water, which is a challenge in African countries, and is engaged in activities that consider the origins of public health.
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- Nursing activities
- After completing graduate school, I worked as an administrative public health nurse at a public health center, and then became a university professor, a position I hold to this day.
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- Public health nurses are people who support the health of many different people throughout their lives. Let's study together, focusing on your desire to become a public health nurse and the topic you want to research.
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Midwifery Practice Science
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Director, Institute of Global Nursing, Professor, Master of Arts Kyoko Shimazawa
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- Subjects in charge
- Advanced Topics in International Global Nursing / Advanced Topics in International Nursing Research / Advanced Topics in Medical Anthropology / Advanced Topics in Nursing Management / Advanced Topics in International Health Activities / Advanced Topics in Midwifery / Community Midwifery Practice / International Midwifery Seminar / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques I (Assisting with Childbirth) / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques II (Continuing Care) / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques III (Health Examination and Health Education Techniques) / Midwifery Research Review / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques Practice / Private Midwifery Practice / Nursing Research Seminar / Special Nursing Research
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- Research Guidance Content
- She provides research guidance on reproductive health rights in Asia, including Japan, midwife autonomy and midwifery practice, and intercultural nursing.
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- Main Research Topics
- Her research focuses on reproductive health rights for Asian people, including Japan, and foreign residents in Japan, as well as midwife-led care practices and intercultural nursing.
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- About social contribution
- Interpreting in Lao and accompanying medical institutions (domestic requests). In addition, I am active in non-profit organizations for women, people of various professions, researchers, policy makers, etc. Director of the Hyogo Prefecture Midwives Association. Councilor of the Japan Academy of Midwifery (International Committee).
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- Nursing activities
- I have worked as a midwife in university hospitals, hospitals, and clinics, and have also assisted in midwifery clinics and home births. I worked as a JICA volunteer in Laos and as a short-term expert in Brazil. I have 15 years of nursing and midwifery education at universities and graduate schools.
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- We are looking for people who have a strong desire to become a midwife and the intellectual curiosity necessary for research activities. Let's develop the "philosophy" and "roots" of a professional with research capabilities.
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Associate Professor /PhD (Global Nursing) Seiko Hayashida
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- Subjects in charge
- Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques I (Assisting with Childbirth) / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques II (Continuing Care) / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques III (Health Examination and Health Education Techniques) / International Midwifery Practice / Community Midwifery Practice / Midwifery Diagnostic Techniques Practice / Private Midwifery Practice
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- Research Guidance Content
- We provide research guidance on career support and clinical/educational practices, taking a multifaceted approach to the expertise and career development of midwives.
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- Main Research Topics
- Research on the formation of midwives' professional identity, support for midwifery students and new midwives' career choices, and the continued employment of midwives working in mixed wards.
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- About social contribution
- She participates in awareness-raising activities for preconception care in the community and is involved in activities such as serving on the medical safety management committee of the midwives' association.
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- Nursing activities
- After working as a nurse and midwife at a university hospital and a comprehensive perinatal maternal and child medical center, she became involved in basic education.
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- In Japan, the role of midwives is being questioned amidst changes in the obstetric care system due to the declining birthrate. Let's deepen our learning while pursuing the essence of midwifery and aiming to become independent midwives.
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*Research supervisors will be selected from among faculty members in all three fields.